Which one of the following sound frequencies can be heard by a human ear?

10 Hz

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15 Hz

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30,000 Hz

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15,000 Hz

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Solution

The correct option is D 15,000 Hz
The audible frequency range for human ear is from 20Hz to 20,000Hz , as out of the given frequencies , only frequency of 15000Hz lies in audible range , therefore it can be heard by human ear .

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